Announcing the 2025 Barfoot & Thompson Young Authors Challenge New Theme

My Time Machine

Imagine stepping into a time machine — where would you go? Would you journey to the past to witness a historical event, meet a famous figure, or change a moment in time? Or would you fast-forward into the future to explore new worlds, inventions, or even meet your future self? What would your Time Machine enable you to do? Enter the 2025 Barfoot and Thompson Young Authors Challenge with the theme "My Time Machine" and tell your story in any way you like — whether it's a thrilling adventure, a heartfelt reflection, a futuristic sci-fi tale, or even a poem. Let your creativity take the lead and be in to win some amazing prizes for yourself and your school.

Entries open Tuesday 13 May and close Friday 1 August 2025. Go to https://www.barfoot.co.nz/about-us/supporting-our-community/young-authors-challenge for more details.

"Barfoot & Thompson proudly supports the Young Authors Challenge because it inspires creativity and gives young writers a platform to share their stories. Encouraging the imagination and talent of future generations is part of our ongoing commitment to the community." -– Nick Simmers

Please send any questions or queries to youngauthorschallenge@barfoot.co.nz